How to Turn on the Cold Air in an Electric Car's Air Conditioning?
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The car has buttons marked with blue and red colors. The blue part represents cold air, the red represents warm air, and the middle represents a moderate temperature. Adjust it to the blue part. The button with a white line on the left is the temperature adjustment button. If you feel too warm, adjust it to the middle. If not in use, set it to the fan symbol. The button on the far right controls the mode, which can be adjusted to blow air only to the feet, hands, or windshield. You can also use two modes simultaneously. The AC switch is marked with 'AC.' Some are integrated with the temperature adjustment buttons, while others are independent. After setting, press it to turn on.
Turning on the cold air in an electric car is quite simple. Having driven an electric vehicle for several years, I often do it this way. After getting in the car, start the vehicle first, wait for the screen to light up, then press the AC button on the center console to activate the air conditioning. Turn the temperature knob to the left to the lowest setting around 20°C to let the cold air blow out. Remember to switch to recirculation mode, so the air only circulates inside the car, cooling faster and saving energy. I use this method to cool down quickly in summer. Running the AC affects the driving range, so opening the windows is better for short trips or when it's not too hot. Regular maintenance, like replacing the air filter, is also important—last year, I cleaned it only when it got clogged and blocked airflow. Also, avoid setting the temperature too low in cold weather to prevent catching a chill. The whole process takes just a minute or two, ensuring comfort and peace of mind.
To save energy when using the air conditioning, I always pay attention to power efficiency. After starting the car, I open the windows to let out the hot air before pressing the AC button and setting the temperature to 22 degrees, avoiding excessively low settings. Using the recirculation mode improves AC efficiency, reducing the frequency of compressor activation, which helps extend battery life. For short trips, I avoid unnecessary power consumption. If the car has smart temperature control, I select auto mode to let the system optimize power usage automatically. I turn off the AC before charging to prevent power drain. Using the scheduling function, I pre-cool the car before heading out. During summer, I maintain smooth driving to avoid sudden acceleration when using the AC, minimizing range impact and saving on electricity costs.
